Buckley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Buckley's February 2026 crime rate stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 6.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 21.7% increase from January's 4.9 per 1,000, remains in line with the area's historical position as a relatively low-crime locality within Flintshire. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.9%) and other theft (8.3%). These patterns are consistent with Buckley's character as a mixed-use area with a blend of residential, commercial, and public spaces. The seasonal context of February—marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the relative stability of crime rates, though the dominance of violent crimes suggests ongoing challenges in community safety. While property crimes (12 incidents) formed a smaller share of the total, the sharp rise in drug-related offences and other theft highlights emerging trends that may require targeted interventions. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.3 per 1,000, yet Buckley's rate of 3.1 per 1,000 indicates a localised concentration of these incidents, possibly linked to factors such as the area's proximity to major transport routes or social dynamics within the community.

February saw a 300% surge in drug-related crimes, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, marking the most significant spike in the area's monthly data. Other theft also jumped 250%, from 2 to 7, potentially linked to increased indoor activity during winter. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped 50%, aligning with seasonal patterns of reduced outdoor activity. Violent crimes, though 34% above the UK average, remained the dominant category, accounting for 51.2% of all reported incidents. This mix of sharp increases and decreases underscores the volatility of crime trends, with drug-related issues emerging as a new focal point for local authorities. The 6.3% gap between Buckley's rate and the UK average, despite the month-on-month rise, suggests that the area's overall crime profile remains comparatively stable.

Buckley's crime rate in February 2026 rose 21.7% compared to January's 4.9 per 1,000, reaching 6.0 per 1,000. This increase contrasts with the area's ongoing position below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported over the 28 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 166 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights that while the rate is lower than the UK average, the frequency of incidents remains a local concern. The population-scaled perspective shows that each resident faces a 0.06% chance of being directly affected by crime in February, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's persistent need for community vigilance.